EDUCATION
Manhattanville College, Purchase, NY
Bachelor of Arts, May 2016
Major: Communications Minor: English Literature GPA: 3.97
WORK EXPERIENCE
Greyston, Yonkers, NY
Development Associate, March 2017 - Present
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Research and profile prospective donors, high net worth individuals, foundations, and corporations.
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Actively search for and apply to diverse funding opportunities for community programs focusing on early childhood education, community gardens, workforce development, and HIV/AIDS.
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Write grant proposals and general funding requests.
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Coordinate details for major fundraising events, cultivation events, and speaking engagements.
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Process gifts and donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations.
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Network and engage with high net worth individuals and prospective donors.
ArtsWestchester, White Plains, NY
Development Assistant, June 2016 - February 2017
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Oversaw all membership operations for the organization, including receiving and processing membership requests, sending out correspondence and tax receipts, coordinating direct mailings & email blasts, keeping records, planning events, etc.
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Communicated with sponsors and donors at different stages of fundraising.
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Maintained and updated constituent database.
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Coordinated major fundraising events as well as smaller scale events, including ArtsWestchester's ArtsAward, ArtsBash, Golf Outing, and Gala.
VOLUNTEER/LEADERSHIP POSITIONS
Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow (TaSH) Farmer's Market
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As a member of Market Experience Committee, translate marketing materials and flyers from English to Spanish, volunteer at events on behalf of the market, volunteer at the market on Saturdays, and do community outreach.
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As a member of the Development Committee, research and pursue funding and sponsorship opportunities and help plan fundraising events.
Community Food Pantry for Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow
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Volunteer during evening distribution at the food pantry once a month.
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Prepare and sort food assistance tokens for distribution. These tokens can be used at the local Farmers Market.
SKILLS
Language Skills: Fluent in English and Spanish, experienced in translating
Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, One Drive; Google Drive; Wordpress; Twitter, Facebook; Tumblr; Instagram; Pinterest; Drupal; CIVI CRM; Raiser’s Edge; Exceed
AWARDS/HONORS
Board of Trustees Scholarship, Manhatanville College
Castle Scholars Honors Program, Manhattanville College
Dean’s List, Spring 2013, Fall 2013, Spring 2014, Fall 2014, Spring 2015, Fall 2015, Spring 2016
Mark C. Meachem Prize, Department of Communications, Manhattanville College
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For outstanding contributions to the Communication and Media Department and the Manhattanville community
Castle Pin, Manhattanville College
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The Castle Pin recognizes graduating seniors who have demonstrated leadership above and beyond what any role, job or scholarship may require of them.